Here's some info I recieved on the stainless exhaust system:
"
     Dave,

     Yes, although the availability of Vanagon systems has been delayed
     many times, it could become available soon (a month or so, I hope).

     I'll give you some details right now:

     - Made entirely of stainless steel, types 409 and 304.
     - Most components interchangeable with original quality parts.
     - One exception where we integrate the late model cast-iron "Y"
with
       the collector.
     - Pipe set available first, cat and muffler later.
     - Pipe set will sell for approx. $550 to $575 US.

     Exhaust systems are formed using computerized equipment and fixture

     welded for an exact and guaranteed fit.

     When the systems become available, pictures, final pricing and
other
     details will be available on a web site. I'll notify all interested

     parties at that time.

     Vanagon owners should find our systems to be an unbeatable value.
     Compared to even the least costly of aftermarket parts, our systems

     pay for themselves after a single replacement (especially for
Syncro
     owners) - not to mention the labor cost savings.

     Hope that answers your questions, let me know if you have any
others.

     John Denis P.Eng.

"
Dave Filcoff
87 Vanagon GL Wolfsburg (129k)
88 Fox GL (143k) (With new Audi 4000 Boge Turbo Gas front struts!)
http://v-dub.musa.com